The **Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)** is the national body responsible for the harmonious development of activities of standardization, marking, and quality certification of goods. Obtaining a BIS license is mandatory for several products to ensure public health and safety.
Depending on your product type and manufacturing location, you will fall under one of these categories:
Mainly for electronics, IT products, and solar equipment. Focuses on safety standards for high-tech goods.
Applicable to cement, steel, electrical transformers, and household appliances. It signifies the product meets Indian Standards (IS).
The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the Ministry of Steel have made BIS mandatory for:
Facilitating sample testing in BIS-recognized labs to ensure the product meets specific IS codes.
Preparing Form VI/VII and managing the online submission on the BIS Manak Online portal.
Liaisoning with BIS officers for factory inspections and addressing any technical queries or deficiencies.
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